People Trivia

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The first Prime Minister of India 1947-1964 had a grandson who also became Prime Minister of India. Can you name these two men?

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From which famous university did King Charles III graduate in 1970, when he was Prince of Wales?

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This Hungarian musician, who lived from 1811 to 1886, was a romantic composer and perhaps the greatest pianist of all time. During his lifetime he was considered a public idol. His most famous works include his 20 Hungarian Rhapsodies. Who was he?

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This explorer, conservationist, and author was born in April, 1838. He helped create national parks in the USA, and the longest trail in the Sierras is named after him. Who is he?

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In the 17-18th centuries he was employed by the British government to help stop piracy on the high seas, but he turned to piracy himself, was caught and executed in England. Who was he?

1

Which former President was quoted in a Playboy Magazine interview, "I've committed adultery in my heart many times"?

13

In which state is John F. Kennedy buried?

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In 1633, the Roman Catholic Church condemned this man for teaching that the Earth revolves around the Sun. In 1992, after a 13-year investigation by the church, Pope John Paul II pardoned him. Who was he?

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What was the name of the Israeli psychic, popular in the 1970's, who claimed to be able to bend spoons by will?

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What is the name of the woman who was the official spokesperson of the Palestinian delegation to the Middle East peace talks of 1991-93?

Source: en.wikipedia.org

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What are the first names of thumbs-up movie critics Siskel and Ebert?

9

Which author wrote Terms of Endearment, The Last Picture Show and Lonesome Dove ?

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Although this person had been already dead for over 25 years, he shared the Grammy Award for best record in 1991. Who was he?

2

What is Hilary Clinton's maiden name?

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In 1926, he flew to the North Pole; in 1929 he flew to the South Pole. In 1934 he lived alone near the South pole for five months. Who was he?